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A Christmas Carol has returned to London’s Old Vic Theatre for another year – bringing true Dickensian charm and spirit to all who see it this Christmas.

A Christmas Carol at the Old Vic is the ultimate festive show everyone should see

I tried an immersive Christmas dining experience and it felt like I had been transported back in time to Dickensian London.

I tried an immersive Christmas dining experience and it felt like I had been transported back in time to Dickensian London.

The immersive London dining experience where you watch A Christmas Carol

If you are looking for a weekend getaway from London, Florence with its plethora of art, history and delicious food is the perfect place to visit this autumn.

If you are looking for a weekend getaway from London, Florence with its plethora of art, history and delicious food is the perfect place to visit this autumn.

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The Italian city that’s perfect for an Autumn weekend break

Drivers of non-compliant vehicles under the ULEZ scheme will be able to drive their cars without facing a £12.50 fine for one day this December.

Drivers of non-compliant vehicles under the ULEZ scheme will be able to drive their cars without facing a £12.50 fine for one day this December.

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The day in December where ULEZ charges won’t apply

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LIVE as multiple London Underground lines hit with SEVERE delays causing chaos

LIVE as multiple London Underground lines hit with SEVERE delays causing chaos

Elizabeth line suspended for hours causing SEVERE delays

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Police cordon stock image

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Motorcyclist taken to hospital after crash in Shepherd's Bush

An internal Met Police investigation called Operation Reuben found information gathered by undercover spy cops had found its way into the hands of construction industry blacklisters, who used it to target workers like Dagenham union rep Dave Smith

An internal Met Police investigation called Operation Reuben found information gathered by undercover spy cops had found its way into the hands of construction industry blacklisters, who used it to target workers like Dagenham union rep Dave Smith

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Did the Metropolitan Police help firms blacklist workers for being left-wing?

The SE24 postcode, covering Herne Hill and Tulse Hill, was found to have the third highest burglary rate in the country

The SE24 postcode, covering Herne Hill and Tulse Hill, was found to have the third highest burglary rate in the country

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The London postcodes with the highest burglary rates

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Police stock image

Man fighting for life after ‘stabbing’ in block of flats in west London

It's Wintermas in Phantom Peak the immersive game world where you follow a trail of clues to solve a puzzle.

It's Wintermas in Phantom Peak the immersive game world where you follow a trail of clues to solve a puzzle.

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We enjoyed 'Wintermas' in the weird and wonderful game world of Phantom Peak

Controlled explosion carried out outside US Embassy in London

Controlled explosion carried out outside US Embassy in London

Man charged after 'bomb hoax' outside US embassy in London

Charli XCX is heading to the O2 Arena London, check tickets, door times, seating plan and more.

Charli XCX is heading to the O2 Arena London, check tickets, door times, seating plan and more.

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BRAT artist Charli XCX to take over the O2 Arena this week - Everything to know

Almost 4,000 adults contacted the NSPCC Helpline with concerns about children experiencing domestic abuse in the first six months of 2024/25

Almost 4,000 adults contacted the NSPCC Helpline with concerns about children experiencing domestic abuse in the first six months of 2024/25

Surge in concerns about children experiencing domestic abuse

Sport

Mike Tyson and Jake Paul are expected to bring down the house

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'He must die': How to watch Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul in the UK this weekend

Gary Lineker has said it was “the right time” for him to leave BBC's Match of the Day.

Gary Lineker has said it was “the right time” for him to leave BBC's Match of the Day.

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'Be yourself': Gary Lineker discusses his BBC Match of the Day replacement

Chess has seen a surge in popularity since the release of the hit Netflix series The Queen’s Gambit starring Anya Taylor-Joy back in 2020.

Chess has seen a surge in popularity since the release of the hit Netflix series The Queen’s Gambit starring Anya Taylor-Joy back in 2020.

BBC says 'wait will be worthwhile' as sport not seen on TV for 30 years returns

England's James McAtee celebrates scoring their side's first goal of the game during the UEFA Euro

England's James McAtee celebrates scoring their side's first goal of the game during the UEFA Euro

England football

England U21s star James McAtee pays fitting tribute to George Baldock

England's manager Ben Futcher during the UEFA Euro U21 Championship Qualifying Group F match at the

England's manager Ben Futcher during the UEFA Euro U21 Championship Qualifying Group F match at the

England football

England U21s all-but secure Euros qualification - Ben Futcher hails spirited comeback

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National Sport

File photo dated 29-08-2024 of England’s Ben Stokes (John Walton/PA)

File photo dated 29-08-2024 of England’s Ben Stokes (John Walton/PA)

Ben Stokes joins cricket world in marking 10th anniversary of Phil Hughes’ death

Zhang Anda compiled a maximum break at the UK Championship in York (Nigel French/PA)

Zhang Anda compiled a maximum break at the UK Championship in York (Nigel French/PA)

Zhang Anda hits 147 as Judd Trump and Neil Robertson fume at ‘unplayable’ table

Manchester City threw away a three-goal lead late on to draw with Feyenoord (Martin Rickett/PA)

Manchester City threw away a three-goal lead late on to draw with Feyenoord (Martin Rickett/PA)

Man City stumble again while Arsenal and Bayern Munich earn dominant wins

Nathan Ake said Man City must “show character” if they are to turn around their recent poor form after drawing with Feyenoord (Martin Rickett/PA)

Nathan Ake said Man City must “show character” if they are to turn around their recent poor form after drawing with Feyenoord (Martin Rickett/PA)

Nathan Ake calls on Man City to show character after latest setback

Mikel Arteta’s side scored five times in Portugal (Armando Franca/AP)

Mikel Arteta’s side scored five times in Portugal (Armando Franca/AP)

They were all exceptional – Mikel Arteta loved seeing Arsenal run riot in Lisbon

Pep Guardiola’s woes continued (Martin Rickett/PA)

Pep Guardiola’s woes continued (Martin Rickett/PA)

Man City crisis continues as Feyenoord come from three down to draw

Zhang Anda hit a maximum break at the UK Championship (Richard Sellers/PA)

Zhang Anda hit a maximum break at the UK Championship (Richard Sellers/PA)

Zhang Anda finds York table to his liking with maximum break

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Missing girl: Lucy Beaumont

Missing girl, 13, from Harlow has now been found

The Grimace Shake became a viral hit upon its release during the summer.

McDonald's reveals Grimace Shake is returning to UK stores - when to get yours

Linda Carter has been a part of EastEnders on the BBC since 2013

EastEnders fans call for 'obnoxious' character to be cut from the show

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The Groucho Club is understood to have co-operated with the council’s licensing sub-committee (Ian West/PA)

The Groucho Club is understood to have co-operated with the council’s licensing sub-committee (Ian West/PA)

London’s Groucho Club closes after allegations of ‘serious crime’ on premises

Sinn Fein leader Mary Lou McDonald, Tanaiste and Fianna Fail Leader Micheal Martin and Taoiseach and Fine Gael leader Simon Harris at the end of the final TV leaders’ debate, at RTE studios (Niall Carson/PA)

Sinn Fein leader Mary Lou McDonald, Tanaiste and Fianna Fail Leader Micheal Martin and Taoiseach and Fine Gael leader Simon Harris at the end of the final TV leaders’ debate, at RTE studios (Niall Carson/PA)

Leaders of Ireland’s main parties clash in final debate

Marilyn Manson (Evan Agostini/Invision/AP, File)

Marilyn Manson (Evan Agostini/Invision/AP, File)

Marilyn Manson drops lawsuit against Evan Rachel Wood

Sinn Fein leader Mary Lou McDonald and Taoiseach and Fine Gael leader Simon Harris (Niall Carson/PA)

Sinn Fein leader Mary Lou McDonald and Taoiseach and Fine Gael leader Simon Harris (Niall Carson/PA)

Harris: Garda families ‘sickened’ by McDonald’s positioning as police champion

What the papers say (PA)

What the papers say (PA)

What the papers say – November 27

Flood water at Billing Mill, Northamptonshire (Bradley Collyer/PA)

Flood water at Billing Mill, Northamptonshire (Bradley Collyer/PA)

Storm Conall to bring half a month of rain to southern England

A UK ticket-holder has won a huge EuroMillions jackpot (PA)

A UK ticket-holder has won a huge EuroMillions jackpot (PA)

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UK ticket-holder wins £177m in EuroMillions draw

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